Master degree program
Сhemical Physics (NRNU "MEPhI")

Сhemical Physics (NRNU "MEPhI")

QUALIFICATION

  • Scientific and pedagogical direction - Master of Natural Sciences

MODEL OF GRADUATING STUDENT

Upon completion of this program, Masters are expected to be able to:
1. To interpret the basic concepts and provisions of chemical kinetics, experimental methods for studying the kinetics of chemical reactions and methods for analyzing experimental data;
2. To form a systematic knowledge of the laws of kinetics of chemical reactions, the theory of diffusion and heat transfer, the provisions of chemical thermodynamics in the processes of combustion and explosion, and the synthesis of nanomaterials;
3. To classify the fast-flowing chemical and physico-chemical transformations of substances and systems in the processes of thermal decomposition, combustion, explosion and detonation;
4. To apply the methods of theoretical and experimental research, mathematical analysis and modeling of physical and chemical processes in scientific-innovative and engineering-technological activity;
5. To use information and communication technologies in everyday and professional activities to improve digital literacy and have the skills to work in global computer networks to receive, store and process information;
6. To evaluate the patterns of the influence of external influences on the kinetics of chemical processes in various systems to optimize technological processes;
7. To choose the most effective areas of application of chemical physics methods allowing to modernize the processes of synthesis and directed modification of material properties;
8. Justify the choice of methods for recording and processing the results of theoretical and experimental studies in the field of chemical physics;
9. To integrate scientific and professional knowledge in the field of chemical physics into the practice of the educational process of higher education, including in the context of the characteristics of distance learning;
10. To develop skills for continuing education and self-education, the ability to maximize the most productive use of one’s creative potential in the interests of individuals, society and the state;
11. To apply in practice professional and personal qualities that provide ample opportunities for self-realization in the latest areas of knowledge, the most significant areas of professional activity and public life;
12.Organize the work of teams, performers, independently accept social and ethical obligations;

Program passport

Speciality Name
Сhemical Physics (NRNU "MEPhI")
Speciality Code
7M05318
Faculty
Chemistry and Chemical Technology

disciplines

Chemistry and physics of combustion and explosion
  • Number of credits - 5
  • Type of control - [RK1+MT+RK2+Exam] (100)
  • Description - The purpose of the discipline in the course of studying the course is to form the ability of graduate students to analyze the general laws of chemical processes that occur in thermodynamically nonequilibrium conditions during the interaction of various types of radiation with matter, as well as in non-equilibrium plasma. Expected results 1. To Interpret chemical and heat-mass transfer processes during combustion; 2. Apply the acquired knowledge to the calculations and substantiation of the main characteristics and parameters of the combustion and explosion processes; 3. To formulate conditions for the occurrence of combustion and flame propagation processes through gas mixtures, aerosols, and solids; 4. To put into practice the technological capabilities of combustion and explosion processes. Discipline is aimed at studying the following aspects: the main regularities of the processes of combustion and explosion, the theory of blast wave propagation, properties of the flame front in combustion processes, the processes of heat conduction, diffusion and chemical reaction, the connection is normal speed of combustion temperature of combustion, the kinetic parameters of the reaction and thermophysical properties of the starting mixture, the methods of calculation of the amount and composition of combustion products, heat and combustion temperature, the main indicators of fire danger

Combustion and properties of combustible substances
  • Number of credits - 5
  • Type of control - [RK1+MT+RK2+Exam] (100)
  • Description - The purpose of the discipline during the course study is to form students' ability to analyze the formation processes of combustible and explosive systems in order to prevent fires and explosions. Expected results for the study of the discipline: 1. Assess the basic properties of combustible substances and explosive materials, as well as their fire hazard; 2. Interpret the conditions of thermal and chain autoignition; 3. Calculate the basic parameters of combustion, physical and chemical explosions. 4. Determine experimentally the thermodynamic and fire hazard properties of combustible substances and analyze the possibility of the transition of combustion into explosion; When studying the discipline, students will study the following aspects: combustion of substances, the combustion process, self-ignition and spontaneous combustion, forced spontaneous combustion and the fire hazard of combustible substances, the spread of combustion in gases, liquids and solid materials, fire hazard indicators of substances and materials and methods for their determination, explosions.

Foreign Language (professional)
  • Number of credits - 5
  • Type of control - [RK1+MT+RK2+Exam] (100)
  • Description - The aim of the course is building up professional communicative competencies: strengthening the ability to communicate in professional, business, academic fields and situations and solve the particular needs of future specialists. As a result of studying the discipline "Foreign Language", the master student must: 1. Classify foreign-language scientific and technical information according to the relevant profile; 2. To formulate a system of vision based on ideas of clear messages made in the literary language on various topics arising in leisure, study, work, etc .; 3. Present the extracted information in a convenient form for use in the form of annotations, translations, abstracts, etc .; 4. Organize work on the application of traditional and innovative methods and forms of training organization, new educational technologies in higher education; The course is the integrative part of continuing foreign language education cycle and is aimed at further development of receptive( reading, listening)productive(speaking, writing) skills, intercultural and interpersonal competences for using English as the tool of communication.

Formation of soot, fullerenes, nanotubes, and superhydrophobic surfaces the combustion of hydrocarbons
  • Number of credits - 5
  • Type of control - [RK1+MT+RK2+Exam] (100)
  • Description - The purpose of the discipline is to form an understanding among graduate students about the processes of formation and methods for the synthesis of soot particles and also carbon nanostructures in hydrocarbon flames. Upon successful completion of the discipline, undergraduates should be able to: 1. To form a systematic knowledge of the physical and chemical conditions for the formation of soot and nanostructures in flames; 2. To evaluate the results of theoretical and experimental studies of combustion processes to solve environmental problems associated with soot formation; 3. Select the optimal conditions for producing soot and carbon nanostructures in technological processes by the method of burning hydrocarbon fuels; 4. Use the methods of synthesis of soot and carbon nanomaterials in research and professional activities. The discipline covers: methods for studying flames, pre-mixed and diffusion flames, features of the combustion process at low and high pressures, types and arrangement of burners, soot formation mechanisms in flames, the role of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons in combustion processes, methods for the synthesis of fullerenes, nanotubes and carbon surfaces in flames.

History and philosophy of science
  • Number of credits - 3
  • Type of control - [RK1+MT+RK2+Exam] (100)
  • Description - Studying regularities and trends in the development of special activities for the production of scientific knowledge, taken in their historical dynamics and examined in a historically changing sociocultural context. As a result of studying of discipline "History and philosophy of science" the undergraduate has to: 1. Possess the ability to analyze and evaluate modern scientific achievements, to propose new ideas in solving research and practical problems, including in interdisciplinary fields; 2. Apply comprehensive research based on a holistic systemic scientific worldview using knowledge in the field of history and philosophy; 3. To analyze and comprehend the ideals and norms of scientific activity, their specificity in specific fields of science, ethical problems in modern science; 4. Organize work on the application of methodological and methodological knowledge and practical skills obtained in the study of philosophy and the history of science in scientific and educational research; The course "History and Philosophy of Science" introduces the problem of science as an object of special philosophical analysis, forms knowledge about the history and theory of science; on the laws of the development of science and the structure of scientific knowledge; about science as a profession and social institution; оn the methods of conducting scientific research; the role of science in the development of society. The maintenance of a course includes detection of specifics and interrelation of the main problems, subjects of philosophy of science and history of science; studying consciousness of science in its social and philosophical foreshortenings; consideration of a phenomenon of science as professions, social institute and direct productive force; disclosure of disciplinary self-determination of natural, social and technical science, their communities and distinction.

Organization and Planning of Scientific Research
  • Number of credits - 5
  • Type of control - [RK1+MT+RK2+Exam] (100)
  • Description - The purpose of the discipline is to form the knowledge of undergraduates about the organization and planning of scientific research in the field of chemical physics. Upon successful completion of the discipline, master students should be able to: 1. To integrate the acquired knowledge to the planning and organization of all stages of scientific research, including a selection of optimal experimental conditions and the choice of methods of physicochemical analysis; 2. To develop the ability to optimize in time and space all the material elements of the research process in order to achieve maximum results with minimal costs; 3. To сhoose possible options for research work using the experience of foreign countries; 4. To put into practice the main provisions of the organization and planning of research; Questions of planning and organization of all stages of scientific research, conducting experiments and choosing methods of physical and chemical analysis are considered; coordination and optimization of the research process; systematic analysis of all stages of research work with the application of new methods and techniques for conducting research; creation of logical systems for organization of scientific work with coordination at each stage of the subsystem; analysis of research work using the experience of foreign countries; ensuring continuity and cyclicity of experiments; rational organization of research work; ecological component of processes; economic profitability of the process.

Pedagogy of higher education
  • Number of credits - 5
  • Type of control - [RK1+MT+RK2+Exam] (100)
  • Description - The discipline provides mastery of the basics of the professional and pedagogical culture of a teacher of higher education, forms pedagogical competencies, the ability to teach in universities and colleges based on knowledge of didactics of higher education, the theory of education and management of education, analysis and self-assessment of teaching activities.

Psychology
  • Number of credits - 3
  • Type of control - [RK1+MT+RK2+Exam] (100)
  • Description - The discipline is aimed at the formation of socio-psychological competence for objective assessment of psychological theories of management, leadership, dynamics of group development, team building, the features of psychology of the masses, crowd, psychological theories of communication, conflict resolution strategies necessary for their professional activities within framework of managerial relationships

Psychology of management
  • Number of credits - 3
  • Type of control - [RK1+MT+RK2+Exam] (100)
  • Description - Formation of knowledge about the fundamental concepts of management psychology for the practical application of the most critical aspects of management in professional interaction. Basic principles of management psychology, personality in management interactions, management of personality behavior, modern ideas, psychology of managing group phenomena, motivation, and practical reflection.

Data for 2021-2024 years

disciplines

Burning of powder materials in pyrotechnic compositions
  • Type of control - [RK1+MT+RK2+Exam] (100)
  • Description - The purpose of the discipline is the study of the structure, properties, laws of combustion and features of the methods for the production of powder energy-saturated materials used in pyrotechnic compositions. Upon successful completion of the discipline, undergraduates should be able to: 1. To form a systematic knowledge of the principles and laws that determine the structure and properties of energy-saturated powder materials; 2. Interpret the physicochemical principles and laws of the combustion process of powdered energy-saturated materials; 3. To form the ability to scientific analysis of modern technologies for producing energy-saturated materials with desired properties in industrial production; 4. To use methods of modification of energy-saturated powder materials to increase the efficiency of their use in pyrotechnic compositions and products. Are being considered the methods of production of powder materials, the methods of modification of powder materials, the processes of agglomeration and corrosion of powder materials, the physical and chemical foundations of the combustion and explosion processes, the mechanism of ignition and combustion of powdered metals, the combustion mechanisms of pyrotechnic compositions, the laws of ignition and combustion of metal particles, combustion in a closed volume are considered , heterogeneous combustion of condensed particles in an active high-temperature flow, modern methods for studying the processes of ignition and combustion of powder materials.

Chemical physics of energy-saturated materials
  • Type of control - [RK1+MT+RK2+Exam] (100)
  • Description - The purpose of the discipline is to form knowledge in the field of theory and practice of energy-saturated materials. Upon successful completion of the discipline, undergraduates should be able to: 5. Assess the promising areas of development of technology of energy-saturated materials that meet modern requirements; 6. To put into practice methods for calculating the energy and ballistic parameters of energy-saturated materials; 7. To form a complex of knowledge about the physicochemical and explosive properties of energy-saturated materials, the behavior of energy-saturated materials in various conditions; 8. To analyze the basic principles of the selection of new methods in the development of technological processes for the production of energy-saturated compounds. Discusses the classification and use of energy-intensive materials, practical methods of calculating energy and ballistic parameters of energy-intensive materials, basic forms of chemical conversion of energy-intensive materials, bases of technology of obtaining of high-energy materials, methods of disposal of energetic materials, storage and use of energy-intensive materials and products, individual and doped power materials and products based on them., methods and devices for studying and evaluating the effectiveness and practical suitability of energy-saturated materials and products; equipment for the production and processing of energy-saturated materials and products. classification and application of energy-saturated materials

Chemical physics of the formation of nanoparticles and nanosystems
  • Type of control - [RK1+MT+RK2+Exam] (100)
  • Description - The purpose of the discipline is to form the ability to understand and argue the physicochemical processes of the formation of nanoparticles and nanosystems, to explain the processes of formation of nano-objects based on the laws and theories of chemical physics. Upon successful completion of the discipline, master students should be able to: 1. To interpret the fundamentals of physicochemical processes leading to the formation of nanoparticles and nanosystems; 2. Generate systematic knowledge about the role of thermodynamic and kinetic parameters on the process of formation of nanoparticles and nanosystems; 3. Use in practice the methods for producing nanomaterials and nanostructures using the basic laws of chemical physics; 4. Conceptualize the conclusions about the role of dimensional parameters on the process of formation of nanoparticles and nanosystems using modern advances in chemical physics. In this discipline, the following aspects are considered: geometric, electronic structure and reactivity of nanomaterials; growth activity of nanostructures and the dependence of activity on the composition, size, shape and method of producing nanostructures; analysis of the conditions for the formation of nanostructures of a certain shape, the energy and geometric parameters of the matrix, contributing to the formation of nanostructures and nanosystems; electrical properties and charge transfer in nano-objects; nanothermodynamics; plasma methods for producing nanoparticles and nanosystems; ionization processes in flames, the role of intermediate combustion products; the relationship between the mechanisms of formation of PAH, soot and fullerenes; the influence of external energy influences on the formation of nanoparticles and nanosystems.

Computational methods in chemical kinetics
  • Type of control - [RK1+MT+RK2+Exam] (100)
  • Description - The main goal of mastering the course is to acquire skills in using modern computer technology and software packages to solve chemical kinetics problems by the method of mathematical modeling of chemical processes. Upon successful completion of the discipline, undergraduates should be able to: 1. To formulate systematic basic knowledge in the field of computer technology and skills with modern software; 2. Apply scientific research databases for numerical simulation of processes using resources on the Internet; 3. Substantiate the individual logical functional components of icon packages in the development of mathematical models of combustion processes and mechanisms of chemical transformations; 4. To develop the ability to use numerical methods to solve various problems of chemical kinetics and processing of experimental data. The discipline discusses the basics of methods of mathematical analysis and modeling of theoretical and experimental studies, the use of the main types of models for interpreting experimental data, methods for solving the direct and inverse problems of chemical kinetics, the Laplace transform, the classical trajectories method, the methods of the qualitative theory of ordinary differential equations, the Monte Carlo method, software packages CHEMKIN, Chemical Workbench, Gaussian, MATLAB

Diffusion and heat transfer in chemical kinetics
  • Type of control - [RK1+MT+RK2+Exam] (100)
  • Description - The purpose of the discipline in the course of studying the course is to form the ability of graduate students to study the kinetics of chemical reactions, taking into account the physical processes of matter and heat transfer. Expected results for the study of the discipline: 1. To analyze the change in combustion parameters depending on the conditions of the process, the occurrence and development of combustion. 2. To interpret the main provisions of the theory of combustion, explosion and flame propagation; 3. Understand the general laws of the theory of diffusion, diffusion kinetics and heat transfer; 4. To analyze the basic laws of chemical kinetics and the provisions of chemical hydrodynamics in the study of combustion and explosion. When studying the discipline, students will study the following aspects: diffusion equations, thermal conductivity. Thermal diffusion. Equation of motion. The mechanism of flame propagation. The main characteristics of a flat flame. Stability of a flat front. Hydrodynamic instability. Thermal diffusion instability. Dependence of normal velocity on curvature and tension. Laminar and turbulent gas motion. Turbulent combustion. Turbulent combustion modes. Turbulent burning rate. Diffusion combustion. Kinetics of chemical reactions, limits, detonation

Experimental methods for studying the kinetics of chemical reactions
  • Type of control - [RK1+MT+RK2+Exam] (100)
  • Description - The purpose of the discipline is the development by master students of experimental methods for studying the kinetics of chemical reactions. Upon successful completion of the discipline, undergraduates should be able to: 1. To formulate the basic concepts and provisions of chemical kinetics; 2. To evaluate the advantages of experimental methods for studying the kinetics of chemical reactions and methods for analyzing the obtained experimental data; 3. To analyze the qualitative and quantitative changes occurring in time during the course of chemical processes; 4. To develop the ability to use information sources to obtain new information about the development of experimental methods for studying the kinetics of chemical reactions in technological processes. To considered the basic concepts of chemical kinetics, kinetic laws of simple and complex reactions, the order of a chemical reaction, the dependence of the reaction rate on temperature, the theory of active collisions, the theory of an activated complex, the experimental methods for determining the rate constant and the order of the reaction, the kinetics of thermal decomposition of solids, experimental methods for studying velocities are reactions.

Inhibition and promotion of combustion processes
  • Type of control - [RK1+MT+RK2+Exam] (100)
  • Description - The purpose of the discipline is to study methods of controlling the combustion process by inhibition and promotion. Upon successful completion of the discipline, undergraduates should be able to: 1. To formulate theoretical knowledge about the mechanisms of action of inhibitors and catalysts on combustion processes; 2. Apply the acquired knowledge in solving research and applied problems; 3. Formulate the compositions of inhibitors and catalysts for their use in solving specific practical problems; 4. To use current advances in the field of combustion process control. The purpose of the discipline is to gain knowledge on the problems of researching chemical reactions in combustion processes, thermodynamics of combustion processes, temperature and chemical composition in equilibrium, the role of diffusion and heat transfer in combustion processes. material and thermal balance of combustion processes, branching and chain termination reactions in the processes of inhibition and promotion, investigation of the kinetics of thermal decomposition of condensed substances, methods of controlling the combustion process.

Kinetics of chain reactions
  • Type of control - [RK1+MT+RK2+Exam] (100)
  • Description - The purpose of the course is to develop the ability to interpret and put into practice theoretical knowledge about the patterns of chain reactions in real gaseous, condensed systems and solutions; to form the ability to analyze the thermodynamic and kinetic laws of chemical processes. Upon successful completion of the discipline, master students should be able to: 1. To substantiate the kinetic laws of a chemical reaction, based on experimental data; 2. Explain the reasons for the influence of various factors on the kinetic parameters of chain reactions; 3. Interpret the results of chemical reactions based on knowledge of their mechanisms, structure and properties of reagents, conditions; 4. Evaluate and draw conclusions on the results. In this discipline, the following aspects are considered: kinetic analysis of complex reactions, the mechanism of a branched chain reaction, the method of partially stationary concentrations of N.N. Semenov, the kinetics of reactions in a stream, the dynamics of double collisions, collision theory and bimolecular reactions, the Trautz-Lewis equation, Light's statistical theory, monomolecular reactions, Marcus-Rice theory , trimolecular reactions, kinetics of reactions in condensed phases, ionic reactions, Bronsted-Bierrum equation, fast reactions in solutions, kinetics of a reaction with non-thermal nature tion, the kinetics of reactions in electric discharge, the kinetics of the radiation-chemical reactions.

Modern problems of fuel combustion
  • Type of control - [RK1+MT+RK2+Exam] (100)
  • Description - The purpose of the discipline is to form an understanding among master students about modern methods of chemical physics - methods of studying elementary processes. Upon successful completion of the discipline, master students should be able to: 1. To form an idea of modern methods of chemical physics; 2. To use the theoretical and experimental foundations of modern chemical physics in solving problematic situations in educational, training, research and scientific activities; 3. To choose the best methods for the study of elementary processes for their application in various fields of science and technological processes; 4. To put into practice the ability to understand modern methods of chemical physics in research and professional activities. The process of studying the discipline is aimed at the formation and development of the concepts of the following modern methods of chemical physics: crossed molecular beams, statistical and jet methods, spectroscopy of laser-induced fluorescence, electron-non-adiabatic reactions, femtochemistry, methods of femtosecond spectroscopy, dynamics of the transition state, kinetics of ultrafast chemical reactions.

Physical methods of influence on chemical reactions
  • Type of control - [RK1+MT+RK2+Exam] (100)
  • Description - • The purpose of the discipline during the course study is to form the ability of undergraduates to analyze the general laws of physical methods of influencing chemical reactions to optimize technological processes. • Upon successful completion of the discipline, undergraduates should be able to: 1 To classify the basic laws of the impact of external energy on chemical processes in various systems; 2. Assess the factors affecting the speed of chemical reactions; 3. Predict the results of chemical reactions under the influence of external influences to optimize technological processes; 4. To put into practice the acquired knowledge to solve specific research and applied problems in the field of the problem being studied. The discipline considers chain reactions, methods of activation of chemical reactions, photochemical reactions, radiation-chemical reactions, mechanochemistry, plasma-chemical activation, activation using shock waves, sound-chemical activation (sonochemical), low-temperature (cryochemical) activation, kinetic concepts of chemical equilibrium, irreversible and reversible reactions, phase equilibrium or phase rules, adsorption processes on the surface of a substance, theory of catalytic reactions.

Wave technology in industry
  • Type of control - [RK1+MT+RK2+Exam] (100)
  • Description - The purpose of the discipline is to familiarize undergraduates with wave technologies used in the chemical industry. Upon successful completion of the discipline, undergraduates should be able to: 1. To substantiate the results of the application of wave technologies in industry; 2. Apply the basic methods of wave action in practical activities at the enterprises of the chemical industry; 3. To analyze the applied results of wave technologies obtained by exposure to various types of waves in industry; 4. To use various sources of information to obtain information on the latest research on the use of wave technologies in the chemical industry. The wave technologies in industry are considered: - types of wave action - acoustic waves, electromagnetic waves; - The phenomenon of cavitation, technology based on the phenomenon of cavitation; - processes based on the use of acoustic vibrations; - processes based on the use of microwave radiation; - electro-hydroelectric effect and microwave radiation, combined processing processes.

Data for 2021-2024 years

INTERNSHIPS

Pedagogical
  • Type of control - Защита практики
  • Description - Aim оf discipline: formation of the ability to carry out educational activities in universities, to design the educational process and conduct certain types of training sessions using innovative educational technologies.

Research
  • Type of control - Защита практики
  • Description - The purpose of the practice: gaining experience in the study of an actual scientific problem, expand the professional knowledge gained in the learning process, and developing practical skills for conducting independent scientific work. The practice is aimed at developing the skills of research, analysis and application of economic knowledge.

Data for 2021-2024 years